Investigator VI

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) is seeking an Investigator VI to join the Enforcement Division located at 6330 E HWY 290, Suite 200, Austin, TX. The Investigator performs advanced (senior-level) investigative enforcement work involving conducting investigations and interviews. Work involves conducting criminal and administrative investigations of allegations of violations of rule and law as authorized under Chapter 1701 of the Texas Occupations Code. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts administrative, criminal, and business-related investigations on allegations of misconduct, and violations of laws, rules, and regulations.
• Conducts background and personal history investigations, reviews records, and verifies information.
• Gathers, verifies, analyzes, and records evidence and property for investigations.
• Plans, organizes, and documents investigative activities.
• Identifies, contacts, and interviews witnesses, subjects, and relevant personnel.
• Prepares and submits various reports, including activity reports, case summaries, and investigative reports.
• Documents all investigative activities.
• Summarizes and presents case findings to Executive Director and agency legal staff.
• Coordinates with other regulatory and law enforcement agencies, including county and district attorneys.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with stakeholders, providing assistance to local, state, federal law enforcement and other regulatory agencies.
• Communicates and educates, formally and informally, from observations and investigative experience to assist agencies and licensees in processes and practices to prevent future violations.
• Prepares, presents, and testifies in court and official proceedings, including hearings and trials, and assist in initiating proceedings.
• Obtains, executes, and serves legal documents such as subpoenas and warrants.
• May participate in joint initiatives with other agencies.
• May assess training needs and recommend action.
• May develop and provide training and guidance on investigative techniques.
• May perform surveillance work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Police Science or a related field.
• Five (5) years of full-time law enforcement experience as a Commissioned Officer.
• Law enforcement experience or education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience in performing investigative law enforcement work.
• Currently licensed as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas.
• Valid driver’s license.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Texas and federal statutes, rules, and regulations, including the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and other applicable codes.
• Knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, procedures, court procedures, practices, and rules of evidence.
• Ability to organize and interpret large amounts of information and identify trends, patterns, inconsistencies, and exceptions, and to concisely illustrate those findings,
• Skill in conducting and applying investigative techniques and procedures, including interviewing, evidence collection, and the use of technology and equipment.
• Skill in public speaking, presenting, and teaching.
• Ability to conduct investigations, including collecting evidence, securing crime scenes and preparing cases for prosecution; analyze and report findings; and apply legal knowledge to investigations and provide guidance.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with agencies and individuals; communicate clearly and effectively; and to serve as a lead, providing direction to others; and maintain professionalism and composure in challenging situations.
• Ability to drive extended distances.
• Ability to maintain the highest standards of security and safeguard critical infrastructure. This includes adhering to strict background checks, reporting any suspicious activities, and participating in security training and drills as required.

To apply for this position with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, visit at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/407/jobsearch.ftl